2004 Honda HR-V vs. 2000 Kia Sephia II
To start off, 2004 Honda HR-V is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Kia Sephia II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Kia Sephia II would be higher. At 1,672 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda HR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda HR-V (113 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2000 Kia Sephia II. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda HR-V should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Sephia II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda HR-V weights approximately 65 kg more than 2000 Kia Sephia II. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2004 Honda HR-V (131 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Kia Sephia II. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Honda HR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Kia Sephia II.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda HR-V | 2000 Kia Sephia II | |
| Make | Honda | Kia |
| Model | HR-V | Sephia II |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1672 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 50 L |
